Brownie Bottom Butterscotch Cheesecake Recipe

This cheesecake from pastry chef Heather Bertinetti redefines “decadent.” Brownie Bottom Butterscotch Cheesecake Recipe Makes 8 to 10 servings  1 box brownie mix, such as Duncan Hines or Betty Crocker 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 4 eggs 1 (14-ounce) …

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Champagne Cocktail Recipes

Be the hit of your next party by serving these easy and elegant champagne cocktails. Champagne Cocktail 1 sugar cube Few dashes Angostura bitters 8 ounces sparkling wine  Drop the sugar cube into the bottom of the champagne flute and …

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“Fake Out” Egg Nog Recipe

Don’t want to eat raw eggs? Try Joe Campanale’s “Fake Out” egg-free egg nog recipe. “Fake Out” Egg Nog Recipe Makes 1 drink  2 ounces dark rum, such as Gosling’s 2 ounces heavy cream or half-and-half Few dashes Angostura bitters …

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Holiday Eggnog Recipe

Joe Campanale’s DIY eggnog is creamy, dreamy and full of holiday spices. Holiday Eggnog Recipe Makes 10 to 12 drinks  6 eggs, separated 1 quart milk 1 pint heavy cream 6 ounces dark rum, such as Gosling’s 6 ounces bourbon, …

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Hot Buttered Rum Recipe

This rich cocktail from Joe Campanale warms you up from the inside. Hot Buttered Rum Recipe Makes 1 drink  2 ounces dark rum, such as Gosling’s 1/2 ounce simple syrup 1/4 ounce heavy cream 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, softened 6 …

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Mulled Wine Recipe

Your entire home will smell like the holidays after making this winter warmer from mixologist Joe Campanale. Mulled Wine Recipe Makes 6 to 8 drinks  1 bottle fruity, dry red wine, such as Cotes du Rhone or Malbec 6 ounces …

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Hot Toddy Recipe

This winter warmer from mixologist Joe Campanale is rumored to cure everything from a bad day to the common cold. Hot Toddy Recipe Makes 1 drink  1 to 2 ounces bourbon, such as Maker’s Mark  (as much as you like) …

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Variations on Mashed Potatoes Recipes

Mix up your mash this year with locavore chef Louisa Shafia’s ideas for add-ins. Traditional Mashed Potatoes  Makes 4 servings 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil Salt 1/4 …

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Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange Juice Recipe

This side dish from Louisa Shafia gets its sweetness from orange juice. Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange Juice Recipe Makes 4 servings  2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 2 to 4 tablespoons unsalted butter  (add in …

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Cranberry-Hazelnut Cornbread Recipe

  Experiment with your own add-ins like dried fruit or jalapenos to make this cornbread your own. Cranberry-Hazelnut Cornbread Recipe Makes 8 servings  1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened, divided 1 1/4 cups coarse cornmeal 1/4 cup sugar, such as …

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Chestnut Apple Stuffing Recipe

To truly make this stuffing your own, make your own bread cubes like eco-friendly chef Louisa Shafia. Chestnut Apple Stuffing Recipe Makes 5 to 6 servings  6 cups whole wheat bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 …

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Sweet Chile Toasted Nuts Recipe

  These sweet/spicy nuts from Louisa Shafia make stellar party snacks or edible gifts. Sweet Chile Toasted Nuts Recipe Makes about 4 cups 4 cups raw whole nuts, such as almonds ¼ cup orange juice 3 tablespoons sugar, such as …

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Green Beans with Crushed Toasted Almonds Recipe

Locavore chef Louisa Shafia’s crowd-pleasing green beans are an easy and delicious side dish. Green Beans with Crushed Toasted Almonds Recipe Makes 4 servings  2 tablespoons olive oil 2 small shallots, thinly sliced widthwise into rings 1 1/2-pounds green beans, …

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Chunky Cranberry and Orange Relish Recipe

Louisa’s tasty, tangy cranberry orange relish comes together in seconds. Chunky Cranberry and Orange Relish Recipe Makes about 4 cups  2 cups raw cranberries, preferably organic 3 whole navel oranges, preferably organic, quartered, cored, and roughly chopped (about 2 cups) …

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Pan-Seared Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Zest Recipe

You’ll never look at Brussels sprouts the same way again after you make locavore chef Louisa Shafia’s delicious recipe. Pan-Seared Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Zest Recipe Serves 4  1 1/2-pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 …

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